HazClean ER

HazClean-ER is specifically designed as an emergency spill
response agent for incidental hydrocarbon spills. HazClean-ER
rapidly bonds itself to hydrocarbon particles. Once bonded,
HazClean-ER quickly suppresses vaporization by raising the
product's flash point. This process significantly reduces the
possibility of an accidental ignition and the threat of fire
or explosion. HazClean-ER is widely used by emergency response
agencies to provide safety at motor vehicle accidents.
HazClean-ER has a low surface tension and does not solubilize
hydrocarbons. This characteristic causes hydrocarbons to be
repelled from surfaces to which they are attached and allows
natural buoyancy to occur. This phenomenon lifts treated
hydrocarbons from firm surfaces such as asphalt and concrete
roadways to speed up the clean-up process. This performance
property is beneficial for removing oil, fuel and other
contaminants from motor vehicle accidents and other incidental spills.

HazClean-ER, unlike similar products, is not a chemical dispersant
or a strong emulsifier. Chemical dispersants and emulsifiers
break down the hydrocarbon molecules into small particles that
create an oil-in-water emulsion. Emulsification combines
hydrocarbons with the water that creates water contamination
and adds cost to the recovery of the spills. Although the
emulsification process is beneficial in reducing vapor production
and increasing surface area for bioremediation, water
contamination is a costly disadvantage. HazClean-ER is
specially formulated to provide the same performance criteria
as a chemical dispersant without the water contamination problem.